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Butter Making
circa 1857: A woman churning butter talks to a milkman wearing a yoke to carry his pails. William Grundys English Views (Photo by T. R. Williams/William Grundy/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)
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William Grundy
Media ID 12367826
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1850 1859 Bucket Butter Carrying Couple Relationship Domestic Life Equipment Females Front Or Back Yard Human Role Rough Talking Turning Yoke Lifestyles Milkman
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
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In this photograph taken around 1857, we are transported back in time to witness the art of butter making. The image showcases a woman diligently churning butter while engaging in conversation with a milkman who carries his pails using a yoke. Captured by T. R. Williams for William Grundy's English Views collection, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into the domestic life of 19th-century England. The landscape format emphasizes the rustic setting, possibly a front or back yard, where this essential task takes place. Both male and female figures play distinct roles in this scene; the woman focuses on turning cream into butter through her rhythmic churning motion, while the milkman ensures fresh milk delivery using his traditional equipment. This archival print not only documents an important aspect of daily life but also highlights gender dynamics and occupational roles during that era. It is fascinating to observe how couples worked together to sustain their households through various means like dairy farming. The rough texture and monochromatic tones add depth and character to this historical image, evoking nostalgia for simpler times. As viewers, we can almost hear the gentle clinking of metal against wood as conversations flow amidst hard work. William Grundy's photograph serves as a testament to human resilience and resourcefulness within domestic settings—an enduring symbol of tradition passed down through generations.
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